Linksys AC1200 Setup

Linksys is a brand that is famous for its networking devices distribution worldwide. There are WiFi routers, Range extenders, boosters, and cable modems that Linksys provides to users.

Linksys AC1200 device series launched recently. There is a Linksys AC1200 E5400 WiFi router and Linksys AC1200 RE6700 range extender are included in the AC1200 Linksys wireless series.

Here, you will tour both of the router and extender setup, which is the part of Linksys AC1200 setup. At first we will share the Linksys AC1200 WiFi router installation process and then extender installation procedure.

How to Complete Linksys AC1200 WiFi Router Setup?

You can easily setup your new Linksys WiFi router in your home by connecting it to the modem via Ethernet cable. Let’s see how to connect it to the modem.

Physical Connection

First of all, you have to un-box the router, just take out the WiFi unit, Ethernet cable, power cord, antennas and user manual from the Linksys box.
Place the router near to the modem and assemble it by attaching the antennas to the router.
Now, connect the router to the modem by inserting the Ethernet cable in to the WAN port of the router and LAN port of the modem.
Turn the WiFi on by plugging its power cord to the wall socket and hitting the power On/Off button.

The setup is incomplete if you don’t configure the settings and networks of the router from the interface using myrouter.local.

Log in to AC1200 Router

To log in to the interface of the Linksys router, you have to connect your computer to the router using LAN cable.
Search the interface login URL myrouter.local in the web browser of your computer.
The computer screen will load up interface login page, in which you have to type the credentials.
The login details are given in the router’s user manual, just type them and click on the NEXT button.
You will reach to the Linksys router interface dashboard. In here you can adjust the settings and networks.

If you have reached this far on page, then it means you have completed your Linksys WiFi router setup. Now, have a look at section that provides you information about how to complete the extender.linksys.setup easily.

How to Complete Linksys AC1200 Range Extender Setup?

The range extender helps your router to expand the WiFi signals in your house. Here in this section, you will learn how to link your new Linksys AC1200 (range extender) with your home WiFi router.

Hardware Linking

Un-box the Linksys extender and you will find the extender device and user manual.
To connect it without using any wire or cable, you have to turn the extender on by plugging it in wall socket.
Then, press the power On/Off button to start the Linksys range extender.
Now, to connect the router to extender, hit the WPS button given on both of the network devices.
Devices will connect with each other automatically. Then, you have to access the interface of the Linksys extender.

Log in to Extender

Connect a computer to the Linksys range extender via LAN cable and open the web browser.
Search the login IP address 192.168.1.1 in the browser and reach to the interface login page.
On the login page, you have to enter the login credentials like username and password.
All credentials are given in the Linksys range extender user manual, type them and click on NEXT.
You will reach to the Linksys extender interface, where you can easily adjust its networks and settings.

By these interface that is part of the Linksys AC1200 setup (router and extender), you can easily install the extender and Linksys router firmware update, change the admin credentials, and enable various features.

Troubleshooting Tips

Don’t use damaged cables to connect the Linksys router to modem and supply power to the router.
Never place the router and extender near to any electronic devices because they can interrupt WiFi signals.
Use updated web browser to access the interface of the router and range extender using your computer.

You have taken a tour of how to complete the Linksys AC1200 setup (both router and extender). Hope, you have completed the setup of Linksys router and extender easily using above given steps.